Eating My Way Through Genoa 🇮🇹 Focaccia, Farinata & Hidden Street Food Gems

Genoa might be gritty, but its street food is pure magic 🇮🇹

Brent dives into the rough-and-tumble streets of Genoa to hunt down the city’s most iconic eats — from crispy chickpea farinata baked in a 200-year-old oven, to classic Ligurian focaccia, and sweet little treats like a mini cannolo you can eat in two bites.

Along the way, there’s a local drink named after a donkey, a search for a good-luck sculpture, and plenty of delicious surprises hiding in plain sight. This is real Italian street food — simple, historic, and insanely good.

If you love authentic food, old-school bakeries, and exploring cities through what locals actually eat, this one’s for you 🍽️✨

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Must-Try Foods of the French & Italian Riviera | Ultimate Food Travel Guide

From creamy pesto with a surprising twist to rich and earthy ratatouille, and a street food perfect for a hike or picnic, I’m eating my way along the French and Italian Riviera to find the region’s most unforgettable dishes.

Join me as I explore the food scene of the Italian and French Riviera, tasting iconic local dishes, unexpected flavors, and even a spicy African dish you wouldn’t expect to find here. Along the way, I also try a unique local drink named after a farm animal 🐐🍷

If you love food travel, European cuisine, or discovering what to eat in France and Italy, this Riviera food tour is for you.

📍 Locations: French Riviera & Italian Riviera

🍽️ Dishes: Pesto, ratatouille, bajia, trouchia & more!

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Alassio, Italy Food Tour 🇮🇹 | Pesto, Aperitivo & Riviera Eats

Join Brent in Alassio, Italy, a beautiful town on the Italian Riviera, as he eats his way through local specialties you won’t find anywhere else 🇮🇹🍽️

From traditional Ligurian pesto with a surprising ingredient to a famous local cookie named after the town, Alassio has some seriously underrated food.

Brent also explores the town’s unique **walk of fame—approved by Ernest Hemingway himself—**and enjoy a generous Italian aperitivo featuring a one-of-a-kind cocktail.

If you love Italian food, hidden gems, and travel experiences beyond the tourist hotspots, this Alassio food crawl is for you. 📍

Location: Alassio, Liguria, Italy

🍝 Food Highlights: Pesto, local desserts, aperitivo

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I Ate Incredible Street Food & Snacks on the French & Italian Riviera 🇫🇷🇮🇹

From sizzling street food in Nice to centuries-old snacks in Genoa,

I traveled the French and Italian Riviera to taste some of the most unique local foods you’ve probably never heard of. In this food and travel adventure, I explore authentic street food on the Riviera, eating what locals love in Nice, France, Genoa, Italy, and much more.

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Lisbon’s Best Kept Secret? Inside Alcântara’s Food, Views & Culture

Discover Alcântara, one of Lisbon’s most underrated and least touristy neighborhoods. In this video, Brent explores the local side of the city—far from the crowded viewpoints and packed trams—to show you why Alcântara deserves a spot on your Lisbon itinerary.

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Ultimate Italian Street Food Tour | Eats from Bologna to Puglia

Italy is famous for its food—but the street food might be even better 🇮🇹 In this video.

Brent travels across Italy to try some of the best Italian street food, from Bologna all the way to Puglia. He’s eating crispy Crescentine Bolognese stuffed with rich, savory fillings, fluffy focaccia barese, massive slabs of rustico, and deep-fried polenta—the perfect late-night Italian snack. Every stop delivers bold flavors, local traditions, and unforgettable bites

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Italian Desserts Road Trip 🇮🇹 | Lecce to Bologna Sweets You Must Try

I drove across Italy’s east coast from Lecce to Bologna on a dessert-filled road trip, tasting some of the most incredible Italian sweets you’ve never heard of 🇮🇹🍰 Delizioso!

From a legendary pastry named after a mountain bear, to shortbread filled with pistachio cream, rum-soaked cakes, and what might be the best chocolate torrone in Italy, this journey is a must-watch for food lovers and travelers alike.

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Lisbon’s Secret Tram Museum: Vintage Rides, Old Carriages & Amazing History

Discover one of Lisbon’s most underrated hidden gems — the Lisbon Tram Museum (Museu da Carris). Join Brent as he steps inside historic tram depots, explores beautifully restored vintage trams, and even gets behind the controls to pretend to be a tram driver!

You’ll learn surprising facts about Lisbon’s iconic yellow trams — including how the very first trams were pulled by horses! How did these old carriages managed Lisbon’s steep hills? Brent hops on and off multiple trams, checks out a classic double-decker bus, and shares fun bits of history along the way.

If you love travel, vintage transportation, or discovering overlooked spots in Lisbon, this is a must-watch.

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Magical Lille Christmas Market 🎄 Mulled Wine, French Macarons & Holiday Shopping

Step into the holiday magic of Lille, France! 🎄 Join Brent as he explores the Lille Christmas Market, sipping warm Vin Chaud (French mulled wine), tasting delicious French macarons, and strolling through festive stalls filled with Christmas gifts and decorations.

If you love Christmas markets in Europe, French food, and cozy holiday vibes, this video is the perfect festive travel escape.

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Magical Ghent Christmas Market | Belgian Waffles, Mulled Wine & Festive Food Tour

Step into the holiday magic of Ghent’s Christmas Market in Belgium! 🎄

✨ Join Brent as he explores cozy wooden stalls filled with authentic Belgian waffles, warm Glühwein (mulled wine), and festive street food. From sweet treats to savory bites, discover why the Ghent Christmas Market is one of Europe’s most charming holiday destinations.

If you’re planning a trip to Belgium during winter, this video is your guide to the best food, drinks, and Christmas traditions in Ghent. 🍷

What you’ll see in this video: Tasting traditional Belgian waffles 🧇 Sipping hot Glühwein / mulled wine 🍷 Exploring local treats & festive snacks 🎁 The magical holiday atmosphere in Ghent’s Christmas Market 🎄

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From Abandoned Factory to Lisbon’s Trendiest Food & Art Hub | LX Factory Guide

Once an abandoned textile factory, LX Factory in Lisbon has transformed into one of the city’s most vibrant creative hubs. Join Brent as he explores this repurposed industrial space filled with street art, indie shops, amazing restaurants, rooftop bars, and a legendary bookstore inside a former newspaper press.

🍴 Food Highlights: Authentic Lebanese cuisine bursting with flavor A rich, decadent chocolate cake you can’t skip Refreshing cocktails with rooftop views of Lisbon

📚 Don’t Miss: Ler Devagar — one of the most beautiful bookstores in Europe!

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☕ I Tried Italy’s Most Unique Coffees — From Espresso to Caffè Speciale!

Embark on an Italian coffee crawl with Brent as he explores Italy’s most delicious and unique espresso drinks! 🇮🇹 From bold single-origin espresso to creamy, chocolatey Espressino, and even an anise-infused coffee, this road trip is a caffeine lover’s dream. Along the way, Brent discovers regional specialties like Caffè Leccese from Puglia and the indulgent Caffè Speciale, revealing what makes Italian coffee culture so legendary. 📍

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I found a hidden gem bakery in Portugal! | Iron Age Ruins & Top Winery!

Join Brent as he explores Palmela, Portugal, uncovering hidden gems you won’t find in any guidebook! 🇵🇹

🥐 First stop: a secret bakery tucked away on a dirt road high on a hill — known only to locals and serving some of the most delicious Portuguese bread around.

🏺 Then, step back in time with a visit to ancient Iron Age ruins overlooking the countryside.

🍷 Finally, Brent ends the day at one of his favorite wineries in all of Portugal, sampling incredible local wines and sharing what makes this region so special.

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Portugal’s Wackiest Regatta: Bathtub Regatta on the Sado River

Get ready for one of the wildest and most unique festivals in Portugal! Brent travels to Setúbal to witness the Banheiras e Insólitos Regatta — also known as the Bathtub Regatta of the Sado River. 🛁🚤

In this hilarious and unforgettable event, locals build homemade boats out of bathtubs and creative materials. Some sink, some capsize, and a few manage to race all the way to the finish line! It’s chaotic, fun, and a true celebration of Portuguese culture and community.

🌍 If you love travel adventures, offbeat festivals, and crazy competitions, this is a must-watch.

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5 Must-Try Portuguese Pastries (Beyond Pastel de Nata!)

Forget Pastel de Nata—Portugal’s pastry game goes way deeper! 🍩✨ Join Brent as he travels across the country tasting legendary convent sweets in Évora, nautical-inspired treats in Aveiro, a one-of-a-kind tart in Beja, and plenty more hidden gems. If you love food, desserts, and travel adventures, this guide to Portuguese pastries will make you want to book a trip ASAP. 🇵🇹

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